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Japan and Natural Disasters: What Every Visitor Should Know
Here is some essential HELP information we want every visitor to Japan to know in case you experience an earthquake or any natural disaster during your stay. Yesterday, a magnitude 3.4 earthquake occurred in Tokyo and the surrounding Kanto region. And today, at 10:18 AM on the 6th, a much stronger M6.4 earthquake struck Tottori and Shimane Prefectures , triggering loud alert sounds on TVs and smartphones that woke many people up. Earthquakes • Typhoons • Tsunamis • Volcanic

Koji
Jan 63 min read


Hidden Japan: 7 Uncrowded Destinations for a Deeper, More Authentic Journey
Discover the quieter, deeper side of Japan beyond overtourism. Japan is experiencing record-breaking tourism, but overtourism is affecting both locals and visitors. The solution is not avoiding travel—it’s exploring beyond the well-known hotspots, that are 7 uncrowded destinations offering real culture, nature, and human connection. 1. East Hokkaido – Shiretoko, Akan, Kushiro Wild Nature & Indigenous Culture in Japan’s Far North Frozen seascape stretches into the horizon, sho

Koji
Dec 1, 20254 min read


A Remarkable Moment I Couldn’t Ignore — Even If the Topic Happened to Repeat
A New Champion Ozeki Aonishiki Arata Recently, I found myself writing about sumo more than once. The repetition wasn’t intentional at all. Yet this time, not addressing the topic felt impossible. Some events demand attention — because they carry a quiet kind of greatness. And today, one young man on the dohyo created such a moment once again — Aonishiki Arata has officially been promoted to Ōzeki. This is not merely a headline in sports news; it is a milestone that speaks to

Koji
Nov 27, 20252 min read


Stepping into a Living Canvas: Reflections on teamLab and Its New Kyoto Home
Explore, engage, and enrich your experience with the teamLab App—where art meets technology. Grab your numbered ticket and skip the lines...

Koji
Oct 9, 20253 min read


Transforming the Ordinary: The Miniature Art of Tatsuya Tanaka
Step into the imaginative world of Japanese miniature artist Tatsuya Tanaka, where everyday objects transform into extraordinary landscapes. From broccoli forests to pasta highways, his work sparks joy and wonder by revealing hidden stories in the ordinary. At his exhibitions, visitors can even see the original miniature models behind the photographs, gaining a deeper appreciation of his vast creativity. Tanaka’s art transcends language and culture, inviting everyone to redis

Koji
Sep 3, 20253 min read
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